1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Avanti Avanti.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1968 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1968 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Avanti Avanti 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Make Avanti Oldsmobile
Model Avanti Vista Cruiser
Year Released 1968 1969
Engine Size 5354 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3080 mm


 

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